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Breaking barriers in hepatitis C diagnosis and treatment for populations at risk

Medical Xpress

The use of DBS samples for HCV RNA detection and genotyping was shown to effectively assess cure after treatment and to differentiate between reinfection and treatment failure.

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Why Proviral DNA Drug Resistance Testing is Useful in Guiding Treatment Decisions for HIV-1 Patients

XTalks

Compared to standard plasma HIV-1 RNA drug resistance profiling, which requires a viral load of at least 500 copies per mL, proviral HIV-1 testing can be performed on samples with much lower virion counts of <50 copies per mL (below the detectable limit in RNA testing). Proviral DNA Genotyping.

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The Role of Oncology Biomarkers in Personalizing Hematology Treatment Plans

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Molecular Biomarkers : Encompass various molecules, such as RNA and metabolites, to reflect the physiological state of the cells and their disease pathways. The analysis of circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) in a liquid biopsy can also permit genotyping and help monitor the effectiveness of chemotherapy.

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Top 30 New Medical Devices of 2024

XTalks

Using cervical or self-collected vaginal specimens, the test works with the BD Viper LT and BD COR systems to detect individual genotypes, such as HPV 16, 18 and 31, and grouped results for other types. A positive or negative result is determined based on the combined analysis of selected RNA biomarkers, hemoglobin levels and smoking status.

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New HCV Test Enables Diagnosis and Treatment in a Single Visit

XTalks

Unlike traditional testing methods that require samples to be sent to central laboratories, this test utilizes a blood sample from the fingertip to detect HCV RNA, delivering results in approximately one hour. “This is the first HCV RNA detection technology sensitive enough for active case finding at the point of care.

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Evolution in Hepatitis B and C Virus: Can we expect success similar to Hepatitis C in Hepatitis B as well?

Delveinsight

Hepatitis C treatment options, without a doubt, have improved significantly, including pan-genotypic medications that are used to treat all genotypes and subtypes. Typically, pan-genotypic treatments have high cure rates, few side effects, and short treatment durations (usually 8–12 weeks). and GT2 and GT3 with ribavirin.

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Molecular Diagnostic Tests: The Unsung Hero of Precise Clinical Decision Making

Roots Analysis

Molecular diagnostic tests refer to tests intended to detect specific sequences in human genomic samples, such as DNA or RNA, in order to diagnose a particular disease. Such test can be used for gene expression profiling, genotyping and detecting chromosomal abnormalities. What are Molecular Diagnostic Tests?